Lowfields Drive is in York and in York district. YO24 3DG is located in the Westfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of York Central. This postcode has been in use since 1998-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lowfields Drive, York, YO24 3DG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO24 3DQ, YO24 3DF, YO24 3DE, YO24 3BY, YO24 3DP, YO24 3DD, YO24 3DN, YO24 3EU, YO24 3DW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around YO24 3DG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52% | 50.3% | -1.7% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 48% | 49.7% | 1.7% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around YO24 3DG, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.8% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 35.3% | 48.8% | 13.5% | 37.9% | 10.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.4% | 27.3% | -16.1% | 44.2% | -16.9% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 4.2% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Divorced | 12.4% | 12.7% | 0.3% | 9.1% | 3.6% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 6.9% | 0.3% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.5% | 40.1% | -3.4% | 48.4% | -8.3% |
| Good health | 35.9% | 35.8% | -0.1% | 33.6% | 2.2% |
| Fair health | 13.1% | 17.7% | 4.6% | 12.7% | 5.0% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 4.3% | -0.6% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 2% | -0.7% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31% | 22.7% | -8.3% | 18.2% | 4.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 7% | -6.6% | 9.6% | -2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 16% | -0.3% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 4.7% | 0.8% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.7% | 18.8% | 4.1% | 16.9% | 1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.2% | 30.1% | 11.9% | 33.8% | -3.7% |
| Other | 2.3% | 0.8% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.3% | 96% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 14.6% |
In this area, 91.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.2% | 91.9% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 8.7% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 6% | 4.2% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 0.7% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.6% | 91.6% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 8.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 5.7% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -4.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 1.3% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 0.3% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.6% | 76.7% | -1.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 4% | 1.3% | 2.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 17.4% | 13.5% | 3.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.2% | 37.2% | 10.0% |
| Christian | 45.8% | 46.2% | -0.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lowfields Drive was 211.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 189.4% higher than the Holgate average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lowfields Drive has the 6th highest crime rate of 61 local areas in Holgate and the 58th highest crime rate of 631 local areas in York .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 124.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -5.2%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42 Lowfields Drive, York, York Terraced, an established residential building | £264,000 | 2024-12-10 | £269,296 |
| 56 Lowfields Drive, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2023-05-25 | £254,780 |
| 26 Lowfields Drive, York, York Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2021-07-16 | £201,608 |
| 48 Lowfields Drive, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,950 | 2020-12-04 | £257,518 |
| 30 Lowfields Drive, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2019-11-01 | £247,650 |
YO24 3DG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of student residents living in YO24 3DG area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 97 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Education | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Paul's Nursery School Kingsway North , YO30 6JA | 3out of 4 | 3,422 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hob Moor Community Primary Academy Green Lane , Acomb YO24 4PS | 3out of 4 | 669 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hob Moor Community Primary School Green Lane , Acomb YO24 4PS | - not rated | 669 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hob Moor Infant School Green Lane , Acomb YO24 4PS | - not rated | 761 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hob Moor Junior School Green Lane , Acomb YO24 4PS | - not rated | 822 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield Primary Community School Askham Lane , Acomb YO24 3HP | 3out of 4 | 840 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lowfield School Dijon Avenue , Acomb YO24 3DD | - not rated | 219 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| York High School Cornlands Road , YO24 3WZ | 3out of 4 | 485 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oaklands School Cornlands Road , Acomb YO24 3WZ | - not rated | 485 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| York High School Cornlands Road , YO24 3WZ | - not rated | 485 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Catholic School York Mill Mount Lane , YO24 1BJ | 4out of 4 | 2,420 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| York College Sim Balk Lane , YO23 2BB | - not rated | 2,627 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| York Sixth Form College Sim Balk Lane , Tadcaster Road YO23 2UD | - not rated | 2,939 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Askham Bryan College Askham Bryan , YO23 3FR | - not rated | 4,535 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inspire Academy Cornlands Road , Acomb YO24 3WZ | - not rated | 446 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hob Moor Oaks School Green Lane , Acomb YO24 4PS | - not rated | 669 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hob Moor Oaks Academy Green Lane , Acomb YO24 4PS | 3out of 4 | 669 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rathbone Choices Centre 6 Nursery Drive , Holgate YO24 4PE | - not rated | 1,103 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Northfield School Beckfield Lane , Acomb YO26 5RQ | - not rated | 1,445 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rubys Coffee House | 43 Vyner House, Front Street | 169 yd | |
| Explore Acomb Library Cafe | Front Street | 253 yd | |
| Tea On The Green | 37A The Green | 389 yd | |
| Indian Ocean | 37 The Green | 389 yd | |
| Town Coffee House | 5 Acomb Court, Front Street | 411 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acomb & District Conservative Club | 12A Front Street | 253 yd | |
| Acomb W.M.C & Institute | 12 Front Street | 253 yd | |
| Marcia Grey | 29 Front Street | 322 yd | |
| The Sun Inn | 35 The Green | 389 yd | |
| The Inn on the Green | 3 The Green | 389 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chips N Things | 83 Front Street | 214 yd | |
| Pizza Pan | 55a Gale Lane | 222 yd | |
| Acomb Kebab House | 2 Front Street | 253 yd | |
| The Sandwich Hut | 25 Front Street | 322 yd | |
| Kings Fish and Chips | 1A Front Street | 323 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | Front Street | 253 yd | |
| Co-op Late Shop | 10 Regent Buildings, York Road | 774 yd | |
| Freshgos | 17 Beckfield Lane | 886 yd | |
| Co-op Late Shop | 6 Beagle Ridge Drive | 1,084 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Former Lowfield School Site FORMER LOWFIELD SCHOOL FORMER LOWFIELD SCHOOL DIJON AVENUE | grass pitches | 219 yd |
| York High School (Closed) Dijon Avenue | grass pitches | 219 yd |
| Acomb Sports Club The Green | grass pitches | 498 yd |
| Energise Cornlands Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 539 yd |
| York High School Cornlands Road | grass pitches | 673 yd |
| Westfield Primary Community School ASKHAM LANE | grass pitches | 732 yd |
| Federation Of Hob Moor Oaks And Hob Moor Community Primary School HOB MOOR COMMUNITY PRIMARY SCHOOL HOB MOOR COMMUNITY PRIMARY SCHOOL GREEN LANE | grass pitches | 908 yd |
| Acomb Primary School WEST BANK | grass pitches | 954 yd |
| Chesney Field CHESNEY FIELD CHESNEY FIELD FOXWOOD LANE | grass pitches | 1,028 yd |
| York Ri Cio YORK RAILWAY INSTITUTE CLUB YORK RAILWAY INSTITUTE CLUB HAMILTON DRIVE | grass pitches | 1,066 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 68 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 247.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 196.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 900 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.